On March 9, 2026, Environment Canada issued a blizzard warning for Arviat, Nunavut, as heavy blowing snow and extreme cold move through the community. The storm is expected to create dangerous conditions throughout the morning before clearing up by the afternoon.
Wind gusts from the northwest are reaching up to 60 kilometres per hour, which is causing very low visibility for anyone outside. Temperatures have dropped into the mid-minus 30s, creating wind chill values near -57.
Officials are warning residents that these extreme temperatures carry a high risk of frostbite. People in the community are encouraged to stay inside and limit any unnecessary travel until the weather improves later today.
If you must go outside and find yourself lost or stranded, the weather agency advises staying where you are until the conditions clear. The blizzard is forecast to end on the afternoon of March 9, 2026.
